TRENDnet TV-IP121W User manual

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Preface
Thank you for purchasing the TV-IP121W, a powerful and high-
quality image SecurView Wireless Day/Night Internet Camera. The
infrared LEDs and light sensor enable the camera to capture images
even in dark environments. The camera can be installed as a
standalone system within your application environment easily and
quickly, and supports remote management function so that you can
access and control it using a Web browser on your computers.
This User Guide provides you with the instructions and illustrations
on how to use your camera, which includes:
Chapter 1 Introduction to Your Camera describes the features of
the camera. You will also know the components and
functions of the camera.
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation helps you install the camera
according to your application environment. You can use
this camera at home, at work, at any where you want.
Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera lets you start using your camera
without problem. The camera can be set up easily and
work within your network environment instantly.
Chapter 4 Configuring the Camera guides you through the
configuration of the camera using the web browser on
your PC.
Chapter 5 Using SecurView™ shows you the detail instructions on
operating SecurView™ software.
Chapter 6 Appendix provides the specification of the camera and
some useful information for using your camera.
NOTE The illustrations and configuration values in this guide are for
reference only. The actual settings depend on your practical
application of the camera.

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Contents
PREFACE............................................................................1
CHAPTER 1.....................................................................4
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR CAMERA...............4
1.1 CHECKING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS ...................................4
1.2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA......................................5
1.3 FEATURES AND BENEFITS .....................................................8
1.4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT.........................................................9
CHAPTER 2...................................................................10
HARDWARE INSTALLATION..............................10
2.1 INSTALLING THE CAMERA STAND.......................................10
2.2 CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO LAN/WLAN......................11
2.3 APPLICATIONS OF THE CAMERA..........................................12
CHAPTER 3...................................................................13
ACCESSING THE CAMERA..................................13
3.1 USING IPSETUP ...................................................................13
3.2 ACCESSING TO THE CAMERA...............................................18
3.3 CONFIGURING THE IP ADDRESS OF THE PC ........................21
CHAPTER 4...................................................................22
CONFIGURING THE CAMERA ...........................22
4.1 USING THE WEB CONFIGURATION......................................22
4.2 USING SMART WIZARD .......................................................23
4.3 BASIC SETUP .......................................................................27
4.4 NETWORK SETTINGS ...........................................................32
4.5 SETTING UP VIDEO &AUDIO...............................................39
4.6 EVENT SERVER CONFIGURATION........................................42
4.7 MOTION DETECT.................................................................45
4.8 EVENT CONFIG....................................................................46
4.9 TOOLS .................................................................................51

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4.10 INFORMATION .....................................................................53
CHAPTER 5...................................................................55
APPENDIX.....................................................................82
A.1 SPECIFICATION ....................................................................82
A.2 GLOSSARY OF TERMS..........................................................84
LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................93

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR
CAMERA
1.1 Checking the Package Contents
Check the items contained in the package carefully. You should have
the following:
TV-IP121W
AC Power Adapter (5VDC, 2.5A)
Detachable External Antenna
Camera Stand
Ethernet Cable (RJ-45 type)
Utility CD-ROM
Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
NOTE If there is any item damaged or missing, please contact your
local authorized dealer for replacement.

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1.2 Getting to Know Your Camera
Front View
Power LED indicates
the camera is pow
ered
on with the steady
amber light.
Link LED indicates
the camera’s network
connectivity with the
flashing green light.
Internal Microphone
allows the camera to
receive sound and voice
Lens Assembly
Infrared LEDs (optional)
allows your camera to
capture clear images in a
dark environment
Light Sensor (optional)
is used to trigger on and
off the infrared LEDs
according to the
environmental light level

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Rear View
External Antenna
Screw Hole is used
to connect the camera
stand.
Reset Button will restart
the camera when it is
pressed quickly; when it is
long pressed for five
seconds, the camera will
resume the factory default
settings.
DC Power Connector
is used to connect the
AC power adapter, in
order to supply power
to the camera.
Ethernet Cable Connector
is used to connect the
network cable, which supports
the NWay protocol so that the
camera can detect the
network speed automatically.

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-Internal Microphone: It allows the camera to receive the sound
or voice
-Infrared LEDs: It allows your camera to capture clear images in
a dark environment.
-Light Sensor: It is used to trigger on and off the Infrared LEDs
according to the environmental light level.
-Power LED: A steady orange light indicates the camera is
powered on.
-Link/Act LED: A blinking green light indicates the camera’s
network connection correctly.
-Detachable Antenna: The detachable external antenna allows
you to adjust its position to obtain the maximum signal.
-Camera Stand Connection: Connects the camera with the
camera stand.
-Power Connector: Connects the AC power adapter to supply
power to the camera.
-LAN Port: It is used to connect the network RJ-45 cable, which
supports the NWay protocol so that the camera can detect the
network speed automatically.
-Reset Button: Rest will be initiated when the reset button is
pressed once. The power LED begins to flash.
Factory Reset will be initiated when the reset button is pressed
continuously for three seconds or when Power LED begins to
light up. Release the reset button and the Power LED will begin
to flash.

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1.3 Features and Benefits
Audio Capability
The built-in microphone of the camera provides on-the-spot
audio via the Internet, allowing you to monitor the on-site voice.
Day & Night Surveillance Supported
The six Infrared LEDs around the standard lens assembly
(optional) enable the camera to capture crystal clear images in
the dark environment or at night. When the Light Sensor detects
the environmental light level becomes low, the camera captures
the images in black & white mode using these infrared LEDs.
Remote Control Supported
By using a standard Web browser or the bundled SecurView™
software application, the administrator can easily change the
configuration of the camera via Intranet or Internet. In addition,
the camera can be upgraded remotely when a new firmware is
available. The users are also allowed to monitor the image and
take snapshots via the network.
Multiple Platforms Supported
The camera supports multiple network protocols, including
TCP/IP, SMTP e-mail, HTTP, and other Internet related
protocols. Therefore, you can use the camera in a mixed
operating system environment, such as Windows 2000,
Windows XP and Window Vista.
Multiple Applications Supported
Through the remote access technology, you can use the
cameras to monitor various objects and places for your own
purposes.
For example, babies at home, patients in the hospital, offices
and banks, and more. The camera can capture both still images
and video clips, so that you can keep the archives and restore
them at any time.

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1.4 System Requirement
Networking
LAN: 10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet.
WLAN: IEEE 802.11b/g.
Accessing the Camera using Web Browser
Platform: Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista/Windows 7
CPU: Intel Pentium III 350MHz or above
RAM: 128MB
Resolution: 800x600 or above
User Interface: Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6.0 or above
Accessing the Camera using Ultra View
Platform: Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista/Windows 7
Hardware Requirement:
1 camera connected: Intel Pentium III 800MHz; 512MB RAM
2 ~ 4 cameras connected: Intel Pentium 4 1.3GHz; 512MB RAM
5 ~ 8 cameras connected: Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz; 1GB RAM
9 ~ 16 cameras connected: Intel Pentium 4 3.4GHz; 2GB RAM
Resolution: 1024x768 or above
NOTE If you connect multiple cameras to monitor various places
simultaneously, you are recommended to use a computer with
higher performance.

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CHAPTER 2
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 Installing the Camera Stand
The camera comes with a camera stand, which uses a swivel ball
screw head to lock to the camera’s screw hole. When the camera
stand is attached, you can place the camera anywhere by mounting
the camera through the three screw holes located in the base of the
camera stand.
The Camera Stand

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2.2 Connecting the Camera to LAN/WLAN
Use the provided Ethernet
cable to connect the camera
to your local area network
(LAN).
When you connect the AC
power adapter, the camera is
powered on automatically.
You can verify the power
status from the Power LED on
the front panel of the camera.
Once connected, the Link
LED starts flashing green
light and the camera is on
standby and ready for use
now.
If you use a wireless network
in your application
environment, you need to
attach the included external
antenna to the camera.
When the camera is powered
on, the camera will
automatically search any
access point with “default”
SSID.
NOTEIf the camera cannot to your wireless network, you need to
install the camera in LAN and proceed with WLAN settings.

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2.3 Applications of the Camera
The camera can be applied in multiple applications, including:
Monitor local and remote places and objects via Internet or
Intranet.
Capture still images and video clips remotely.
Upload images or send email messages with the still images
attached.
The following diagram explains one of the typical applications for
your camera and provides a basic example for installing the camera.
*Please enclosed by waterproof
housing when using in outdoor
*

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CHAPTER 3
ACCESSING THE CAMERA
3.1 Using IPSetup
The camera comes with a convenient utility, IPSetup, which is
included in the Installation CD-ROM, allowing you to search the
camera on your network easily.
1. Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM
drive to initiate the Auto-Run program.
2. Click the IPSetup from the Auto-Run menu screen. Then the
IPSetup Wizard will appear. Click Next when the Welcome to
the IPSetup Wizard appears.

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3. Click Browse to choose the desired destination location. By
default, the destination location is C:\Program
Files\TRENDnet\IPSetup. Then click Next.

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4. Click Next to confirm the IPSetup software to be installed to the
computer.
5. When the Installation Complete window appears, click Close.

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6. After installing the IPSetup utility, the application is automatically
installed to your computer, and creates a folder in
Start\Program\TRENDnet\IPSetup.
7. Click Start>Programs>TRENDnet>IPSetup, and then click
IPSetup.
8. The IPSetup window will appear. It will search for the camera
within the same network
Camera Display Area

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-Camera Display Area: It shows the connected camera(s) within
the same network
Double click the IP Address, it will link to the Camera’s Web
Configuration page.
-Change IP: Click this button to bring up the following window. It
allows you to change the IP Address. You can select either
Static IP or click DHCP. Then, enter the Administrator ID &
Password. By default the ID/Password is: admin. When
complete, click Change.
-Search: Click this button to search the connected camera in the
same network
-Exit: Click this button to exit the program.

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3.2 Accessing to the Camera
Whenever you want to access the camera:
1. Open the Web browser on your computer (example showed in
the User’s Guide is based on the Internet Explorer).
2. Type the default IP address (192.168.10.30) or the IP address
found by IPSetup in the Address bar, and then press [Enter].
3. When the login window appears, enter the default User name
(admin) and Password (admin) and press OK to access to the
main screen of the camera’s Web Configuration.
NOTE If you are initially access to the camera, you will be ask to
install a new plug-in for the camera. Permission request
Enter the IP address of
the camera here.

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depends on the Internet security settings of your computer.
Click Yes to proceed.
After you login into the Web Configuration of the camera, the main
page will appear as below:
The main page of the Web Configuration provides you with many
useful information and functions, including:
Camera Information–Display the camera’s location and the
current date & time. The information can be modified in the Web
Configuration.
Camera Information
Live View Image
Zoom In Buttons
Nightmode Button
Function Buttons
Live View/Setup